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May 30, 2023

USSPACECOM hosts USSTRATCOM Deputy Commander

PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. — U.S. Space Force Lt. Gen. John Shaw, U.S. Space Command deputy commander speaks with U.S. Navy Vice Adm. Richard Correll, U.S. Strategic Command deputy commander at Peterson Space Force Base, Colo., May 30, 2023.

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 49th Test and Evaluation Squadron, Barksdale Air Force Base, La., prepares to deploy inert Joint Direct Attack Munition QuickStrike Extended Range mines off the coast of Kauai, Hawaii at the Pacific Missile Range Facility in March, 2023.

May 24, 2023

53rd Wing B-52 executes long-range mine test, advancing maritime capabilities in a contested environment

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — A B-52H Stratofortress attached to the 49th Test and Evaluation Squadron validated the ability to deploy inert Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) QuickStrike Extended Range (QS-ER) mines from a standoff distance of more than 40 miles off the coast of Kauai, Hawaii at the Pacific Missile Range Facility in early March, 2023.

Shown is an illustration of the LGM-35A Sentinel, the Air Force’s newest weapon system known as the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent. The new designation, approved by Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall, modernizes the intercontinental ballistic missile leg of the Nation’s nuclear triad. (U.S. Air Force illustration)

May 23, 2023

Environmental analysis clears Sentinel missile infrastructure construction for takeoff

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — The construction phase of Sentinel, the Air Force’s multi-billion-dollar missile modernization effort, was cleared for takeoff May 19 as Robert Moriarty, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Installations, signed the project’s environmental record of decision.

May 22, 2023

ROK CWMD director discusses U.S.-ROK Extended Deterrence efforts during visit to USSTRATCOM

Offutt Air Force Base, Neb. — On May 17th, Maj Gen Park Hu Soung, the director of the Republic of Korea Joint Chiefs of Staff's Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) directorate, and Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge, Combined Forces Command Assistant Chief of Staff for Strategic Planning and Policy, met with U.S. Air Force Gen. Anthony Cotton, the commander of U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM).

May 12, 2023

Milley Says Investments in Military Capabilities Are Paying Off

The U.S. military is the most lethal and capable armed force in the world because previous administrations and Congresses made the investments needed, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said.

Cmdr. Leif Gunderson (right), commanding officer of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69), presents a plaque to Arnold Palacios (center), governor of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and David Apatang (left), lieutenant governor of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, during a scheduled port visit. Milius is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force.

May 12, 2023

USS Milius Conducts Port Visit in Saipan

SAIPAN, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands — The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) departed Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, after a scheduled port visit, May 12.The port visit provided an opportunity for Milius to enjoy a much needed port visit and enjoy the culture, and represents the U.S. Navy’s commitment to security presence in the

An Airman installs an AgilePod onto a B-52

May 11, 2023

AgilePod Demo Expands B-52 Communications

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — The backbone of the U.S.’s strategic bomber force, the B-52 Stratofortress, will soon demonstrate advanced communications capabilities through the new AgilePod, enabling a modernized, further-reaching, more secure communication on the historic aircraft.B-52 aircrew depend on rapid incoming and outgoing communication—whether that be with other

Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Vice Adm. Tateki Tawara, commander, Fleet Submarine Force, third from the left; speaks with U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Rick Seif, commander, Submarine Group 7, right,; Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy Rear Adm. Su Youl Lee, commander, Submarine Force, second from left; and ROK Navy Lt. Cmdr. Dongkeon Oh, executive officer of ROK Navy submarine ROKS SON WON IL (SS-072), left; during an underway embark aboard the Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Maine (SSBN 741), in vicinity of Guam, April 18. During their time at sea aboard the submarine, the senior leaders were provided tours and demonstrations of the unit’s capabilities, which operates globally under U.S. Strategic Command.

May 4, 2023

First of its Kind Submarine Visit Forges Relationship

NAVAL BASE GUAM — Senior leaders from the navies of Japan, South Korea and the United States visited Naval Base Guam to embark a U.S. Navy Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine operating off Guam, April 18.U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Rick Seif, commander, Submarine Group 7/Task Force 74, was joined on USS Maine (SSBN 741) by Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Vice Adm.

People stand around a military aircraft.

May 1, 2023

Travis hosts Project Tuskegee, AIM Event

The 60th Air Mobility Wing recently hosted Air Force Global Strike Command for a Project Tuskegee, Aviation Inspiration Mentorship (AIM) event to encourage early interest in aviation here, April 28, 2023.

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 28th Bomb Wing, takes off from Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, April 12, 2023. Bomber missions provide critical training to U.S. and allied and partner militaries, directly enhancing the U.S. military’s ability to support the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Austin McIntosh)

May 1, 2023

B-1B Lancers integrate with partners, build interoperability during exercise COPE INDIA 2023

B-1B Lancers assigned to the 34th Bomb Squadron successfully participated in exercise COPE INDIA 2023, April 10-21, 2023. Participation in the exercise enhanced partnership between the U.S. Air Force and Indian Air Force (IAF).